The National Association of People with AIDS joins President Obama in making every effort to bring immediate relief to the people of Haiti. For three decades people living with HIV/AIDS have lived and died in monumental suffering in Haiti. All of us have followed this year after year. The present suffering and death in Haiti, as the result of the earthquake, is beyond human imagination. PLEASE JOIN US IN THIS URGENT RESPONSE!
The UN estimates as many as 140,000 Haitians are living with HIV/AIDS. Even before this tragedy their access to medical care was a challenge; now it is more so. As events unfold, we will keep you informed how you might be able to help for this specific need.
We urge you to follow USAID website for updates on this tragedy.
The following organizations are dedicated to respond immediately. Please donate!
- The White House
- American Red Cross
- Center for International Disaster Information
- Concern Worldwide
- MercyCorps
If you have suggestions on how the PLWH/A community can help the people of Haiti, please post your suggestions here, or email us at napwa@napwa.org .
To all my brothers and sisters of Haiti origin know that my prayers are with you. I am the mother of a wonderful son whose dad is of Haitian decent, unfortunately he was murdered twelve years ago and my son is now twenty three and he is still mourns his dad’s passing. My words of comfort to you are sent every day once my maker grants me life daily know that I will try my best to be of support to you. Please know that NAPWA is here for you and do let us know how we can be of support to you. Keep strong and know that you are not alone. Michelle Lopez,Board Chair.